Between 11 May and 11 June 2026, the Oral Health Foundation will raise awareness of important oral health issues.
Join the nation's biggest oral health campaign and help bring a smile to millions of people.
This year is our biggest year yet as we get ready to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Smile Month, and we need your smiling faces to make it happen.
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There are lots of different activities you can take part in for Smile Month. Have a look at the full list here.
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